So, it's January. It's been winter for about a year. And winter will last for, oh, at least another two years. At least that's how it feels to me right now, especially as the mother of a toddler. Winter around here is tough. Kids need activities. They need to run and jump and play. But when it's raining buckets, the playground doesn't sound very appealing. So for those days when you don't want to brave the elements, here are some fun places in Snohomish County where you can take your kids to run off energy or to try something new.Pump It Up

What: An indoor trampoline facility. Includes Wild Child Alley, an area for kids from walking age to 5 years old. Parents can use the main facility while their kids play.

When: Various times, check website.

Cost: Open jump time: Mondays to Thursdays: $10 for first hour, $7 for each hour after that. Fridays to Sundays: $11 for first hour, $8 after that. Wild Child Alley: Mondays to Thursdays, $5 per hour; Fridays to Sundays, $6 per hour.

What: Arts-and-craft store that offers space and material for creating art on a drop-in basis. Recommended for ages 4 and up, but parents may decide for themselves. Reservations needed for groups of 5 or more.

Public transit: It's a cheap and fun way to keep your kids entertained, especially if they're fascinated with buses or trains.

Ferries: Take a ferry ride or just watch the big boats come and go.

Libraries: Most local libraries have story times and a place for kids to play, with toys for younger kids. Various programs are also offered. Check www.sno-isle.org/ or www.epls.org to see what's coming up.

Pet stores: It's fun to admire the animals and some stores will let you visit animals up for adoption.

Restaurants: Some fast-food restaurants have free play areas attached to their dining rooms.

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